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Two J & hours of golf on a Sunday afternoon, SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHRONICLE S'* # * , INTRODUCTION Archibald Bennett, wealthy bache lor, travels constantly in the interest of his health. He meets Isabel Perry, who recommends a life of crime, ad venture, romance and excitement as a cure for his nerves. Archie goes to Bailey Harbor to investigate a sum mer house for his sister. A heavy storm forces him to spend- the night there. During the night he is awaken ed by footsteps, and in an encounter with the intruder, who sees Archie’s figure reflected in thd^mirror and shoots. Archie fires in return, wound ing the intruder, who makes his es cape. Archie plans flight to evade publicity. He starts *ross-country afoot in the night. * At dawn he is stopped on a lonely country road by “The Governor,” master-mind criminal who mistakes, him for a fellow criminal. Archie, fleeing, is afraid to tell the truth- irnis .rfalls in with “The Governor,” is whisk ed across country in a stolen car. Sees story in. newspaper of killing at Bai ley Harbpr and, frightened, decides to say nothing but stick with hfe strange friend and await developments. At Cornford, N. H-» Archie comes upon Isabel Perry at the hotel desk but she refuses to recognize him. The Gover nor, by a clever plan, switches stolen money for .'good money. Archie used as decoy—making love to niece of agent sent to mebt eccentric Congdon - here next day. Archie and the Gover nor drive away without creating sus- v picion and speed across state to deliv er the $60,000 to train-robber Leary r at Walkpr’s farm! where Archie gets new Insight into the workings of the with her usual good cheer, a cheer which Archie felt he would miss when he bade them good-bye at Bennington. As a mark of speciaLfavor she moved to the front seat to keep him company'* the kiss received and the kiss return and facilitate the study of sign posts. ‘T’ve put you to an-awful lot of trouble,” Sally’ remarked with real contrition. “And you’ve left your the train assisted him by gentle pres sure to the platform. His brain whirl ed from the intoxication of Sally’s kiss indeed the two kisses^jpr specifically ed. But his exaltation was of brief du- ration, for there beside him stood Isa bel like an accusing angel, severe and implacable. It was she whose gentle friend, the Governor, far behind. I impulsion had facilitated his exit front* suppose they started out to look for the parlor car, and, beyond question us in pop’s machine when we didn’t, she had witnessed the kissing, a dis- show up and they may be close behind agreeable circumstance that fell us now. The only thing I’m sorry smotheringly upon his ecstatic mood. about is missing hearing pop swear | when he found I had skipped. It would be funny if they thought I’d run off with you, wouldn’t it! I’d just love that!” ^ . .. ' “I don’t think* it’s so fanny you did not,” Archie answered. “I think it was | my mistake!” The groom had drawn up his knees 1 an(J was attempting to sleep on the back seat. It was quite ^improper to flirt with the newest of brides, but Sally gave tolerant ear and even en couraged Archie’s protestations of ad-; miration while Abijah bumped about in the tonneau and now and then roll-1 ed off the seat when the enraptured driver negotiated a sharp turn. But for Sally’s disposition to make the most of her last hours with him the drive would have bored Archie exceed ingly. About Thinp You Should Know by John Joseph Gaines, M. D. SOBER REFLECTION Two more of America’s great citi- ; zenajhave died quite recently; one had Sally and Abjjah were eager to not reached sixty; the other not fifty; | leave Bennington as soon as possible, both were known nationally; both died “Don’t think we’re not appreciating ! of disease in the digestive tract. Too what you’ve done for us,” said Abi- bad. jah, but Sally and I had better shake Both of these men died of prevent-j you and the machine right here. Sal- able, diseases; unconsciously, each ^ _ l-vs folks 11 be sure to be after us and overlooked the strict letter of the law criminal'world*. At the first opportu- they 11 just about argue we came this 0 f right living, until it was too late. nity A alker’s, daughter appeals to Ar- v ' d ^ - ... , ,, , „ It is strange to me, that men taking chie to 'help he,r elope with a young;. Archie la'd to h ‘ S , *. 0U u ld the . f,a | ter ; vacations overlook the great, pure, farmhahd. He decides to assist, cut-| ln £ ant ion a * 'Ja was jea ous.; American out-doors in their search for ting aw^y from thle Governor and tak- Justification of this was ; vacation g Too often they crave ing the couple across state in a wild supported by the bridegrooms sudden I m)thin ^ quite so much as a sojourn i m Pee Gee Flatkoatt Beautifies the walls and ceilings of the home Mad* in a rich range of shades to match any decorative scheme. Durable and sanitary, this oil paint dries with a Hat, smooth, velvety finish. Various decorative etfciUaie easily produced. Lastly and quickly«. leaned. ^3AIN the subject of decorating is under discussion — var^jus cblor combinations and suggestions have been submitted by both sides of the house—no agree ment has been reached. night?>ride. ]*»ow read on:. anxiety to depart out of Vermont with the utmost expedition. Archie had ev- around and among the compost-heaps CHAPTER VTII ery intention of .ordering as gorgeous a breakfast as Bennington’s best hotel of the Old World! A Pee Gee Color Selector (which we will give you) will solve the problem quickly. Fifteen complete color schemes are shown covering walls, ceiling, wood trim, floor and draperies. When a decision off color has been reached you will find a Pee Gee Paint, varnish, stain, enamel or lacquer for the purpose —there is no better quality. A man who travels much should could provide, but Abijah promptly immunize himself against typhoid^and saU-Ll^wh^^rch^tossed^nt^the ‘ vetoe ' d this suggestion and they ate at kindred infectious diseases—or better, saunei wi^an Arc e * ■ ‘ , a i un . h counter which Archie found stay away from possible contacts. Life car, .and they were qu.ek ly h.m»m* - ^ * W infinitely more worth than all of through the lane and into the high- : a m°st disagreeable proceeding. Abi- inn aSullv nnri ArrniP Patino 1 lllc way. jah left Sally and Archie eating > ,ne scarretl remains across the sea, scrambled eggs while he set forth to even lf the y were ours to occupy. Men eat too much—and die because “Run ( by the school house when we come to it and then stop. Abijah will acquire information about trains. He be therfe ” returned while they were still at the When the car stopped Sally jumped counter to report that a train was al- out and was mimediately joined by. a most immediately available. His haste .young man to whom she spoke rapidly; anno y ed Archie, who hated being hur- :.out Archie’s hearing. Her explana-, r'f'd at his meals. At the station Abi-^ 1 tionsJifinished she brought him to the J a b hung about the baggage-room, J. L COPELAND & BRO. Clinton, S. C. . .'car an<^ presented him as Mr. Strong. 1 w b ere he had no business whatever, "* “Mr. Comly is going to the minis- ( as thou S h trying to create the impres- going jter’sf with us and then give us a lift i sl °n that he was traveling alone. When ‘ toward Boston. That’s ever so much I tl ?e train came along he climbed into .^better than anything we’d thought of,' the smoker with his own bags, leav- ■ ’Bijah!” ; ‘ nR Archie to assist Sally into the '.“‘Whatever you say, little girl! I’ll chair car. '' slfiit off the lights on my machine and “Abijah’s just a little afraid pop ny traps.” might have telephoned, you know, or V' V Archie, testing his searchligty, let be coming after us. He’ll move in here ; its beam fall upon Abijah as though when the train starts. by accident and found Sally’s lover a “I don’t like to leave you like this,” ^aid Archie- mournfully. “Oh, it will be all right,” Sally ans wered bravely. “Abijah’s nervous * r .that’s all. That was certainly some ride we had last night. I hope you’ll go up to the. hotel now and get » good sleep.” “Oh, I’ll look out for that,”. Archie replied. “I suppose we’ll hardly meet again,” he said with a dejection which he hop ed would elicit a promise of further meetings. “I’m afraid if will Be a long, long time before I see you,” sl\e said with ; very well-dressed, decent-looking fel- i Uyw. All his life he would be proud of ' Kife caring in saving Sally Walker ■f com marriage with the odious widow- Jejr and mating her with the youth of her choice. The bride and groom elect •, were established in the back seat and he experienced a sharp jealous'twinge, wjjer, turning to ask her ‘a question . about the road, he caught them in. a rapturous kiss. This was what it - meant to be young and free, and youth ' and freedom we’re things heThad never until how -appraised at their true worth. ... , , . , , “How long do we stop at Brattle- a lingering tenderness and wistfulness. boro?” he asked over his shoulder. : “I hope you’re going to be very hap- “Only long enough to get the knot Py* Sally. And I shall think of you tied,” Abijah answered. “I was in always as you were last night. I shall town this afternoon and everything’s never forget our talk by the brook.” get >» * • “Neither shall I,” she murmured. “I hope,” said'Sally, “you’ll give Her lashes were wonderful; not till the bride away; it would be just fine that moment had he done justice to of you, Mr. Comly.” * her lashes. “1 was hoping you’d ask me,” he Belated passengers were now brush-1 flung back. '“I want to be as promi-, ing past them in the aisle. The con- nent in the wedding party as possible.” Iductor, walking briskly along the plat- Sally’s njgitials were blest in a little ’ form, shouted all aboard with heart- parsonag^Twith the minister’s wife less finality. It seemed lifce the voice and daughter and Archie as the sole doom to Archie.^ witnesses. The minister had only; “Good-bye, Sally! lately come to town and therefore con- , He put out his hand, but with a fined his inquiries to the strict re-j quickness that took his breath away quirements of ecclesiastical and Ver- ; she flung her arms round his neck and ’ niont law. i kissed him. The touch of her hand by “Well, Sally,” Archie remarked, as ! the brook under the stars was as noth- he joined them, “for better or worse ing to this. Two young girls seeking you are married. I certainly wish you seats giggled at the frankness and all good luck.’** ; heartiness of the salutation. In old “We'll beTuIck in a week and every-'times Archie would have perished of thing will be smooth as butter,” Sally humiliation; but an overwhelming joy- declared lightly. filled his/soul. The -giggles of bread- The wedding journey from Brattle-! and-butter misses who knew nothing boro to Bennington was marred by tire!of life a nd love were benedth his no- trouble and freakishness on the part | tice. Sally’s arms were still about his of the engine, and as neither of his j neck, her lips were parted expectantly, j passengers knew the roads Archie’s i “You must go, honey,” she whisper- j good nature was severely tested by ed and Jiis kiss fell like a punctuation the exigences of the night drive. upon her last delectable word. - Abijah helped with the ti^es but on-i If she hadn’t given him a gentle ; ' ly stared helplessly while Archie pok- push toward the door he might never i ed at the engine. Sally was far more, have reached the vofctibule. Another j resourceful and lent her assistance | person who shared his haste to leave • • • but watch how othgr smokers are changing loJJheslerfield! Mf$, V \ \